FERGUS – Haudenosaunee people from the Six Nations of the Grand River walked through Fergus on Sept. 22, alongside local allies, to build relationships and spread awareness about the Haldimand Proclamation.
Here4Hope names Lynn Brandwood winner of Power of One Award
WELLINGTON NORTH – The Neil Dunsmore Power of One Award recognizes Lynn Brandwood for her "significant contribution to promoting life and preventing suicide."
Our Lady of Lourdes teacher receives National Leadership Award
GUELPH – Michael Moore, teacher and head of technological education at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School, was presented with the school's National Leadership Award on Sept. 20.
UGDSB trustee resigns; board welcomes new faces, lauds custodial/maintenance staff
GUELPH – Kids are settling back into routines with the new school year well underway, and the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) had its first meeting of the year on Sept. 12
Volunteering with horses is a rewarding endeavour
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Spending time with horses can reduce stress, bring joy, increase physical exercise and time outside, and provide a sense of purpose.
Fergus trail ride raises funds for Hospice Wellington
FERGUS – Horseback riders in Centre Wellington will crunch through the autumn leaves again this October to raise funds for Hospice Wellington.
Equine Guelph offers tuition awards
GUELPH – Equine enthusiasts and professionals can develop their skills through online programs and courses offered through Equine Guelph.
All Nations Grand River Water Walk to heal ‘Nibi’
BELWOOD – Indigenous people are praying, singing, and holding ceremony along the Grand River to heal and cleanse the water.
Better is possible: United Way launches annual fundraising campaign
GUELPH – “We can be better.” That’s the premise of this year’s United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin fundraising campaign. The goal is $2.6 million.
Township authorizes seal, receives request for Kurtz municipal drain improvement
BRUCEDALE – On Sept. 5, Guelph/Eramosa council authorized a simple, new seal for official documents and received a request for improvements to a municipal drain on private property.
Kween recognized as one of Canada’s 100 Top Black Women to Watch
GUELPH – Kween is in the spotlight again – this time receiving national recognition for her impactful leadership and devotion to community.
Arts centre names Feist ‘Creative Roots Artist of the Year’
ELORA – Students at the Elora Centre for the Arts (ECFTA) got to meet a musical superstar last month – 11-time Juno Award-winning singer-songwriter and guitarist Feist.
Comparing quality of life in Mapleton, Minto, Wellington North
WELLINGTON COUNTY – A new tool from Statistics Canada allows people to compare the quality of life in every Canadian municipality.
Seed saving experts share advice on collecting and storing seeds
WELLINGTON COUNTY – With autumn approaching, the weather is cooling and flower and vegetable gardens are starting to wither and wilt.
Kween crowned ‘Canadian National Ms’
GUELPH – Kween, the former executive director of the Guelph Black Heritage Society, was crowned Canadian National Ms on Aug. 27, walking away with wins in all areas of the Canadian National Miss Pageant.